Older brother of Andrzej Chowaniec. League champion nine years in a row. Polish player of the year in 1974. Represented Poland 172 times (50 goals).
Technically skilled player. Released his shots quickly on the fly, when the goalie least expected it. Efficient at scoring goals by swooping in from behind the goal.
Played on a line with Leszek Tokarz and Józef Batkiewicz. Later with Walenty Zietara and Mieszyslaw Jaskierski. Scored circa 490 points (293 goals) in 446 league games. Played in Germany after 1982.
Retired in 1989 (one season in Nowy Targ).
Also called "Wojtek" and "Ciuńcio". Was running a furry business.
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